Veterinary Technician Medical Oncology

Ethos Veterinary Health•San Diego, CA

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Specialty Hospital (VSH) is looking for a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our Medical Oncology team. At VSH our mission is to advance the veterinary profession through our leadership in medicine, education, business and promotion of the human-animal bond. We strive to bring together caring, warm and intelligent people who love to serve and help and are among the best in their field. As a Veterinary Technician in our Medical Oncology department you will be responsible for overseeing appointments and managing clients throughout their visit. You will participate with DVM's in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures. You will obtain and process laboratory samples such as blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates. You will utilize different modalities of imaging for patient and procedural assessment. You will execute, monitor, and recover all assigned sedation and anesthetic events. You will provide empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients being a strong patient advocate during the patient's hospitalization. You will maintain all equipment on a per-use basis ensuring the safety and best practice care of all patients. Knowledge, along with preparation and administration of various chemotherapeutic agents is preferred. (Additional on-site training will be provided). You will provide extensive client communication and education on various oncology disease processes. The schedule is 10 hour days (Days TBD), part time or full time.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience working (Veterinary Technicians) in a progressive veterinary hospital setting required.
RVT or VTS
Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required.
Positive outlook and ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge, along with preparation and administration of various chemotherapeutic agents is preferred. (Additional on-site training will be provided)

Responsibilities

Overseeing appointments and managing clients throughout their visit.
Participating with DVM's in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
Obtaining and processing laboratory samples such as blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates.
Utilizing different modalities of imaging for patient and procedural assessment.
Executing, monitoring, and recovering all assigned sedation and anesthetic events.
Providing empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients being a strong patient advocate during the patient's hospitalization.
Maintaining all equipment on a per-use basis ensuring the safety and best practice care of all patients.
Providing extensive client communication and education on various oncology disease processes.

Benefits

Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set.
4/10 hour shifts.
30 hours considered full time with benefits
NO WEEKENDS
Competitive RVT CE allowance annually
VetBloom access: Race approved continuing education, training, and curriculum library
License application and renewal reimbursement for RVTs
Financial support and onsite mentorship toward pursuit of VTS
Health and wellness programs including access to League wellness app
Opportunities for growth and advancement
75% Employee Pet discount
Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniforms
On-site veterinary social worker
Benefits available the 1st of the month following 30 days.